Telangana plans to soon introduce a new textile policy, says D Sridhar Babu, IT and Industries Minister, He also invited apparel industry leaders from Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, to establish new garment units in Telangana.

During his visit to Coimbatore and Tiruppur, Babu praised Tiruppur as the ‘Knitwear Capital of India,’ noting, nearly 10,000 garment units in these cities employ hundreds of thousands of people. He highlighted, about 90 per cent of India's cotton-based exports, including casual wear, sportswear, and socks, are produced in the region.

The minister assured industry leaders, Telangana's Tier-II, III cities have world-class infrastructure and are ideal for textile and apparel businesses. He also emphasized the state's abundant supply of long-staple cotton, a key raw material for high-quality garments.

Sridhar Babu has invited Tiruppur's industry leaders to a round-table conference that will be chaired by Thummala Nageswara Rao, Agriculture and Textiles Minister, Telangana. This meeting will be a crucial step in finalizing Telangana’s new textile policy, he said.

The minister also pointed out, recent 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the US have disrupted apparel exports, making it a critical time for the industry to explore new strategies and opportunities.

During his trip, Babu met with several key figures from the industry, including the Chairman and Managing Director, Hero Fashion Group (Ramraj Cottons), Secretary-General, South India Mills Association (SIMA), and representatives from the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association. He assured them, the Telangana government is committed to providing all necessary support to investors, highlighting the state's industry-friendly policies and ease of doing business.